Why Aaron Rodgers is playing in Steelers preseason despite being 42 years old
Even at age 42, Aaron Rodgers will be taking some preseason snaps for the Steelers this year.
Aaron Rodgers, the NFL's oldest player this season, is set to take some preseason snaps for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. Despite his age and status as one of the greatest quarterbacks ever, Rodgers has a strong bond with his new head coach, Mike McCarthy. McCarthy asked Rodgers to play in the Steelers' preseason matchups against the Packers and Jets, his two former teams, and Rodgers agreed.
However, Rodgers himself is not keen on playing in preseason games, stating that it is not real football. He also noted that preseason games have changed since his last appearance in 2018, with teams no longer running anything new and focusing on fights rather than showcasing different skills.
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